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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 VHAMOT history

LF52 VHA is a grey petrol MINI first used on 18 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 9,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2022.

LF52 VHA grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2022
Mileage
9,095 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 VHA was last recorded at 9,095 miles on 20 Jul 2022, 4,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2018: 3,704 miles, lower than 102,667 miles on 15 Jun 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
4,812 miles · 29 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 9,095 miles
  • 2021 – 4,812 miles
  • 2019 – 4,452 miles
  • 2018 – 3,739 miles
  • 2017 – 102,667 miles
  • 2016 – 101,659 miles
  • 2015 – 100,140 miles
  • 2014 – 97,213 miles
  • 2013 – 92,809 miles
  • 2012 – 90,084 miles
  • 2011 – 84,779 miles
  • 2010 – 67,121 miles
  • 2008 – 57,721 miles
  • 2007 – 49,907 miles
  • 2006 – 38,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail9,095 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi broken off manifold (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure flexi broken off manifold (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced rear lamps tinted black (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCooling radiator insecure
  • AdvisorySteering wheel has play but not likely to become detached
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail9,095 miles (+4,283)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,095 miles
    Test number
    971894218027
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi broken off manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure flexi broken off manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced rear lamps tinted black (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCooling radiator insecure
    • AdvisorySteering wheel has play but not likely to become detached
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass4,812 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    4,812 miles
    Test number
    726549777192
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail4,810 miles (+358)3 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,810 miles
    Test number
    416603034067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure fuel tank straps corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass4,452 miles (+713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    4,452 miles
    Test number
    701205772212
    • AdvisoryFuel tank karrier straps corroded

  5. Pass3,739 miles (+35)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    3,739 miles
    Test number
    190270343232
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank karrier

  6. Fail3,704 miles (-98,963)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,704 miles
    Test number
    221229827032
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank karrier

  7. Pass102,667 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,667 miles
    Test number
    901787801623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,659 miles
    Test number
    692503114683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,659 miles (+1,519)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,659 miles
    Test number
    779251732650
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting broken (7.1.1)

  10. Pass100,140 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,140 miles
    Test number
    599258305208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broken

  11. Fail100,140 miles (+2,927)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,140 miles
    Test number
    796278205253
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broken

  12. Pass97,213 miles (+4)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    516084904290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  13. Fail97,209 miles (+4,400)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,209 miles
    Test number
    138558794112
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass92,809 miles (+2,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,809 miles
    Test number
    218617393147
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass90,084 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,084 miles
    Test number
    368249092140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Fail90,084 miles (+5,305)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,084 miles
    Test number
    229419092435
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Pass84,779 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    84,779 miles
    Test number
    357729191109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,588 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    84,588 miles
    Test number
    158601791084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail84,588 miles (+17,467)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,588 miles
    Test number
    645841891044
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass67,121 miles (+9,400)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,121 miles
    Test number
    314610060069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,721 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    57,721 miles
    Test number
    312148958355
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail57,717 miles (+7,810)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,717 miles
    Test number
    464860558332
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake balance requires attention

  23. Pass49,907 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,907 miles
    Test number
    642798437350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,676 miles (+10,843)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,676 miles
    Test number
    931342037347
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  25. Pass38,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,833 miles
    Test number
    282439516314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VHA

Does LF52 VHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 VHA expired on 28 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VHA?
The MOT on LF52 VHA expired on 28 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 VHA done?
LF52 VHA was recorded at 9,095 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2022.
Has LF52 VHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VHA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 VHA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 VHA find?
LF52 VHA failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2022 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi broken off manifold; exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, and 12 more.

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